Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology

The salt of which of the following metals is most likely to emit "Yellow Sparks" in the Bunsen Flame?

  1. Magnesium

  2. Lead

  3. Iron

  4. Zinc
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Iron salts produce characteristic yellow sparks when burned in a Bunsen burner flame. Unlike other metal salts that produce steady colored flames, iron produces bright sparks due to the burning of iron particles.

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